In addition to Labour leading in 3 of the top 5 issues, it leads in all but four of the remaining issues (RNZ). It's a damning chart. The National Party, not even two years into its first term of office is trailing the left-leaning parties Labour, Greens and Te Pati Maori on all but three … Continue reading Confidence in National led coalition plummeting
When New Zealand was brave
What has become of New Zealand being a brave little island nation?
The status quo suits the Government
Homeless in New Plymouth (credit: Robin Martin) For decades now, we have talked about missing the good old days. We talked about when everyone could afford a home, nearly all children were in school and you could get lolly mixes from the dairy for less than $1. What we don't talk about about is how … Continue reading The status quo suits the Government
New Zealand Coalition Government: Polling Woes and Voter Sentiment
The Coalition Government leaders. 20 months in, the polls are not promising. With a bit more than a year before Parliament goes into election mode for 2026, a new poll is out for the Government. And it is not good news. Rare it is though for a Government in New Zealand to be so unpopular … Continue reading New Zealand Coalition Government: Polling Woes and Voter Sentiment
Were the “Good Old Days” really that, New Zealand?
"I miss the 'good old days' when...." One of the most common gripes heard in general conversation is about how people miss the "good old days". A common, possibly cliche sounding phrase given how much it is trotted out, the "good old days" most commonly seem to revolve around a few basic, yet intertwined themes … Continue reading Were the “Good Old Days” really that, New Zealand?
Leftist Kiwi Writes 